Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours)

About this Study Course

Step into the future you envision with the Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours), New Zealand’s exclusive undergraduate urban planning program. This transformative degree empowers you to actively shape urban landscapes and create sustainable, vibrant communities that resonate with economic, environmental, social, and cultural vitality.

Overview

Delve into the pivotal role of professional urban planners in sculpting our urban fabric. The Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours) explores the multifaceted impact of towns, cities, and public spaces on our lives. Employing a blend of critical analysis and creativity, you’ll address real-world challenges and navigate the complex implications of urban development.

Admission Requirements

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In your first year, you’ll learn about the broad influences on urban planning and the structure of cities. We’ll also introduce the policy and legislation that dictate outcomes. Through studio courses, you’ll develop your creative and design capabilities and become familiar with land use principles.

In your second and third years, you’ll take one General Education course per year to supplement your urban planning studies with a subject of your choice. You’ll also explore sustainable urban development, Māori and Pacific planning priorities, urban design concepts, and the legal and economic aspects of urban planning. Studio courses give you the chance to apply what you’ve learned to real world cities.

Being based in Auckland, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and interact with leading industry professionals in New Zealand’s largest urban environment.

In your final year, you’ll have the freedom to explore an urban issue of interest to you within your honours dissertation (maximum 10,000 words).

Domestic studentsNZ$7,412.40/y
International studentsNZ$43,243/y

Future Career Outcomes

As a graduate, embrace a myriad of career outcomes, including roles as Urban Designers, Transportation Planners, Environmental Planners, Community Development Officers, and Housing Policy Analysts. Navigate the dynamic landscape of urban planning, contributing to positive transformations in diverse communities.